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Hotel Vauban

Property class: 3
A welcoming retreat in Besancon Old Town where regional cuisine delights at two restaurants and attentive staff are available around the clock

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Hotel Vauban sits in Besancon Old Town, offering travelers a pleasant base with regional specialties served at its two restaurants. Guests can relax with drinks at the bar, take in views from the terrace, connect to WiFi, or utilize the meeting spaces when business calls.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a shower area.

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a brown bedspread and two white pillows, a wooden headboard, and two bedside lamps.

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 138 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a red chair, a brown sofa, a television on the wall, and a door.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDS

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

SINGLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi
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About the area

Located in Besancon Old Town, a neighborhood in Besancon, Hotel Vauban is near a train station and on the riverwalk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fortifications of Vauban and Besançon Loop Trail, while House of Victor Hugo and Time museum of Besançon are cultural highlights. City of Arts and Musée d'Histoire Naturelle are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and horse riding, or hop on a bike rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around the area. Visit our Besancon travel guide
Map
9 quai Vauban, Besancon, Doubs, 25000

What's nearby

  • A densely packed urban landscape with historic buildings and a prominent green-domed structure.
    Besancon Citadel
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of Franche-Comte
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Besancon Cathedral
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hotel de Ville
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Palais Granvelle
    7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Besançon Viotte Station
    13 min walk
  • Hauts du Chazal
    20 min drive
  • Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport)
    108 min drive

Restaurants

  • Brass'éliande
    3 min walk
  • La Grange
    3 min walk
  • Le Tandem
    2 min walk
  • L'Alsacien
    2 min walk
  • Bières & Caetera
    3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Vauban

  • Hotel located in Besancon Old Town
  • Consider a stay at Hotel Vauban and take advantage of a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Be sure to enjoy lunch, dinner, and Regional cuisine at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and an elevator
    • 1 meeting room, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Secured bicycle storage, concierge services, and a front-desk safe
    • Guest reviews give good marks for the overall condition
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Hotel Vauban include perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
    • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 1 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 14 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • La Coudee

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the riverwalk
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Electric bike charging
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.65 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 14 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 1 per night (656 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Vauban pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Vauban?

As of Aug 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Vauban on Aug 19, 2026 start from CA $143, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Hotel Vauban?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Vauban?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel Vauban located?

Located in Besancon Old Town, this hotel is steps from Musée des Beaux-Arts et d'Archéologie and University of Franche-Comte. Hotel de Ville and Pelote Tower are also within 10 minutes. Besançon Viotte Station is 13 minutes by foot and Besançon Mouillere Station is 14 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Vauban Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 219 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, lovely staff, and very comfortable (firm) beds. Lots of great restaurants and shops around.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Niels

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This small hotel was just a nice surprice. Amazing location and view from the room. And a very welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vinay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Quiet. Good beds. Central location - can walk everywhere
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in the city center!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, nice room and pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Erkki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, friendly staff, newly renovated and clean room. Superb breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Henri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very kind host!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nobody had advised us that the property is in a pedestrian only area - must park 4 blocks away. It's a bare bones property, very very simple rooms. Great location and friendly staff.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Guy E

Liked: Cleanliness
A 3 star hotel without a 24 hour desk. The front doors are locked during the mid-day until 2 or 3 pm, not really sure. The front door is on a narrow walkway beside the river that is used by many single men; sitting, eating, drinking. Also, that front door and walkway face the very hot afternoon sun. The hotel is totally run by one man who also runs two restaurants that open to the other side of the building (the plaza) and it seems he is a primary cook for those restaurants. The restaurant kitchens are in the basement and exhaust their kitchens to the front door walkway. Breakfast is very minimal. Room was small, clean and quiet. The location is very good, in the heart of Besancon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Frédéric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tout est propre et hôtel très bien situé pour être en centre ville.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Petit-déjeuner copieux et équilibré Hôtel très bien situé Hôte très sympathique
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eytan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Chambre très bien. Avec baignoire. Hôtel très bien placé. Juste un peu froid la nuit.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mickael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Il faisait très froid dans la chambre Et une odeur désagréable à l’accueil
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edouard

Très bien comme d'habitude
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edouard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bon acceuil
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edouard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Accueil chaleureux et petit déjeuner impeccable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rien à dire de particulier.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Voyage professionel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hermann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Zentrale Lage, kleine Räumlichkeiten

Zentrale Lage, Parkhaus in 200m Entfernung. Sehr kleine Bäder / Duschen! Aufzug war defekt, alle Räume sind klein.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Erling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lidt besværlig at komme til /skal parkere et stykke fra…
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Je recommande
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter Bech

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Besancon er hyggeæig

Udemærket værelse. Lidt lille men rent. Madrassen i sengen var vel hård til vores smag. Næste gang vil vi bede om et værelse mod floden. Da letbanen kører lige uden for vinduet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Problem med adgangsforhold

Hotellet ligger centralt, hvilket p.t. giver problemer da centrum er lukket for kørsel. Nærmeste parkering er 7-800 m. væk. Parkering er ubevogtet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025